Hair salon of the year was won by Tony Wood Hairdressing, with Chandler & Hall being awarded high commended.

Tony Wood said: “It is third time we have won but to win in a room full of fantastic people in the industry it is great.

“It is down to the dedication of the team who work to meet the needs of our clients.”

Other winners included Andrew Smith from Andrew Smith Salons won colour technician of the year, Mike Baker from Pauper to King Barber Shop was awarded gents hairdresser/barber of the year, and Leanne Townsend of Harts & Bows in Burgess Hill won nail technician of the year.

Leanne said: “I just do it in my home and it works around my four children but this is brilliant, the award will have pride of place at home.”

The last award of the night was lifetime achievement which was awarded to Kate Preston of Kate Preston Salons based in Fareham and Gosport.

She said on the night: “I am really honoured to have won this award. It was a complete shock and the whole evening has been a wonderful experience.”